So I sit here in post university limbo and somehow have ended up watching the American made story of Prince William's love life thanks to my dear sister.
I could go into detail on how horrible it is. But I won't.
Instead I've downloaded Biffy Clyro's b-side album from the "Puzzle" era and thus am engaging in a nostalgia fest of sorts.
In reality, it's pretty bad as well. Skipping between the earnest lo-fi of their earlier days and throwaway jangly pop rock it's an odd amalgamation that hints at former glory. There is definitely something endearingly playful about, a side of the band completely absent from their current modus operandi, with some standout moments that wouldn't be out out of place on The Vertigo Of Bliss (Miracle of Survival being a more memorable instance).
All in all, for a b-side album it's quite respectable really and compared to the farcical nature of their more recent output it gives some indication that the band are still capable of making the quirky songs that they were so beloved for prior to their explosive mainstream play.
To summarise. I know it's bad but it's a welcome collection of songs that almost present an alternative timeline to the major label success.
Currently on download is the b-side album for their most current album. I'm intrigued to see if this continues the same trend of keeping the "old" biffy alive...
